Explore Cool Roof Costs

Cool Roof Costs

Cool roof costs range in price from $4 to $24 per square foot, a huge range that is due to the fact that cool roofs can be constructed from many different materials, including foam, rubber and metal among others. These materials have huge cost differences that can add up to large differences in the overall project price. A cool roof reflects the sun's rays from the surface and provides a much more energy efficient roofing solution.

Material Cost For Foam Roofs

The cost of materials for a foam roof is $2 to $4 per square foot.

-- Price Range: $2 to $4 psf

Material Cost For Rubber Roofs

The cost of materials for a rubber roof is $3 to $8 per square foot.

-- Price Range: $3 to $8 psf

Material Cost For Metal Roofs

The cost of materials for a metal roof is $4 to $17 per square foot.

-- Price Range: $4 to $17 psf

Installation Pricing

Installation pricing ranges from $3 to $8 per sq. ft., depending on the type of material you choose. Additional factors for labor costs include the size of the roofing project, the pitch or slop of the roof, the time of year and how technical or complex the installation. Find out more on roofing estimates.

-- Price Range: $3 to $8 psf --

Completed Foam Roof

The complete cost of a foam roof will run $4 to $11 per square foot for all materials and labor. For more pricing, see our cool roof calculator.

-- Price Range: $4 to $11 psf Installed --

Completed Rubber Roof

The complete cost of a rubber roof will run $5 to $14 per square foot for all materials and labor.

-- Price Range: $5 to $14 psf Installed --

Completed Metal Roof

The complete cost of a metal roof will run $10 to $24 per square foot for all materials and labor.